The swooping curves and strong lines of this frame began with testing data based on our own and competitors products, helping us to determine baseline tube shapes and thicknesses for best performance. January 8, 2018 by kristin butcher social icon rss. Get the best deals on niner bikes and upgrade your home workout gear with the largest online selection at. Jul 07, 2016 as a current owner of a jet 9 rdo 2015 model i can tell you that the niner frame is ridiculously stout and strong. Well, niner designs their bikes according to how they know you want to ride, which makes a huge difference. I bought a used niner jet 9 rdo imba edition from a local who had the. Roll lighter and faster, go farther and stay out longer on dt swiss xmc.
Both 1x and 2x options are offered, and i chose to go with the single ring. Niner rdo 29 3star mountain bike 2019 competitive cyclist. We have done many silly rides together in the west. Im coming back to mtb after a 10 year vacation yikes, cracked my trusty. The trail bikes like rip 9 and jet 9 do well with 44mm offset. Niner air 9 frameset niner bikes for sale wrench science. Read its strength, weaknesses, find deals and pricing. Niner also offers a fullcarbon race day optimized rdo option for the jet 9, but of course, that will come at a premium. Aug 07, 2017 niner builds the air 9 rdo as a flagship racing hardtail.
The niner air 9 and air 9 rdo are two of the most distinctive mountain bikes from niner s collection, in our opinion. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Make offer 2018 niner jet 9 rdo carbon fiber large 27. There is no question that niner has mastered the art of the 29er hardtail yet they continue to evolve and refine their craft.
The bike we have been testing shares the frame with last years rdo, and is now called the jet9 carbon. With the smaller frame that is going to be a more aggressive fit where you may need a longer stem, maybe leave the. Niner bikes for sale, niner mountain bikes for sale online buy a huge range of mountain bikes for sale, downhill mountain bike for sale, mountain bikes clearance sale, youll find thousands mountain bikes for sale with discount price, save up 10 % for all new mtb bikes for sale here. Their tech behind the frame and the linkage system is pure. Niner air 9 rdo frame a dedicated xc racing animal the niner air 9 rdo is a fullon xc race machine. Niner s biocentric ii system proved silent through several months of pedal mashing. Rode it approximately 6 weeks and noticed a crack on the very bottom of the down tube just above where the rear shock bolts into the bottom bracket shell and just to the side of where the front derraileur attaches. Niner jet 9 carbon singletracks mountain bike news. The jet 9 rdo is full carbon, specced with top of the line components and ready to rule any trail. With both bikes seeing the introduction of boost spacing to the rear end, the ability to run either a typical trail sized 29inch tire or a 27. Make offer new 2020 niner jet 9 rdo carbon 29er frame, all sizes and colors available.
The company already boasts some pretty fast trail bikes like the jet 9 rdo, and wanted something a bit sharper and snappier for highspeed racing. Despite the above changes, niner s race day optimized rdo construction process remains relatively unchanged. Jet 9 rdo will never push the oring fully off the shaft of the shock. Dec 04, 2015 niner also offers a fullcarbon race day optimized rdo option for the jet 9, but of course, that will come at a premium. They will both achieve full travel, this effect is due to a difference in design. Shop niner bikes for sale, niner bikes for sale online. Get the best deals on niner bikes when you shop the largest online selection at. In the spirit of adventure, we designed this shirt for you. Once upon a time, the jet was niners full suspension xc race bike, and with this new and improved iteration, the jet 9 rdo is more fun and versatile than ever. While both models have been longstanding favorites, they were admittedly getting a little long in the tooth, especially in light of some of the current trends in mountain bike design. The dealer did ask if niner would offer a discounted upgrade to the new jet 9 rdo frame but niner would not offer it below full retail. Soon after it was born, the xcoriented jet 9 rdo was kidnapped and raised in the wilderness by trail riders. Words and photos by george wisell it all started a long time ago, a conversation over some beers, turned into planning. Buy a huge range of new and used niner bikes, from americas no.
The jet 9 from niner is a trailready 100mm full suspension 29er. Jet 9 or ripley i have no experience with the ibis, but i owned a version 1 jet 9 rdo same frame as the one you are considering, as far as i know. The frame rib on the air valve side is a tight fit, so the solution was the crack pipe an angled adapter that comes clipped to the rip 9 rdos. For over a decade, the rip 9 trail bike has ruled niner s offroad lineup. Recently, niner redesigned the jet 9 rdo to make it a racing hot rod. Before demoing this innovative full squish, i had no idea about niner bikes. But the bikes travel and geometry give it enough versatility to be used for any trail ride, as long as you dont mind going fast.
Niner bikes is also focused on making the best possible products. The fox float and float x evol however will often push the oring off the shaft at bottom out. While its certainly expensive, you can at least mitigate costs to significant others by explaining youre. Niners jet was formerly an xcrace oriented machine, with a steep head angle.
Im 260lbs on a light day, and i beat the snawt out of this frame. Whether your adventure happens to be out on the town with friends or heading out for the weekend, s. This bike is at home on any crosscountry racecourse, especially on rougher endurostyle courses. If you picked sacagewea and the niner jet 9 rdo, congratulations. Shop our quality selection of niner bikes for sale online now at wrench science. Then, we got some images and weights from pro bike supply with a fully stock build and their pro build, which dropped a full half pound off the already impressively light bike. This latest evolution of our flagship 140mm 29er is ready to tame any trail. Aug 23, 2012 fresh off its first birthday, the niner jet 9 rdo gets updated with a few key changes, and the original trickles down to become the standard jet 9 carbon. Jun 05, 20 from the original rip 9 to the new jet 9 rdo, each one has ridden with trademark niner geometry and handling. The rkt 9 rdo is designed to be a goto crosscountry race bike that will also appeal to ambitious marathon riders. The all new jet anchors the revolution of our trail bikes.
The top build offered for the jet 9 carbon is the 3star xt build kit. Cva is nothing like anything else youve seen, which is w. Build it your way with the jet 9 rdo frame only option. When observing the rockshox in action, many riders may be tempted to think they are not getting full.
We were pleasantly surprised when niner released the revamped jet 9 rdo and rip 9 rdo earlier this year. Introducing the jet 9 rdo, niner s first carbon full suspension frame. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore. I was smitten with this bike when i ordered it the overall design, paint etc. Niner is only offering the rkt 9 in carbon, so all the models are a little pricey. Niner rkt 9 rdo carbon frame for sale at the colorado cyclist.
The one 9 rdo is one of three singlespeed models in niner s line and the only singlespeed offered in carbon. Light enough to lift quickly and easily and formed using niner s rdo carbon compaction system. The niner air 9 rdo is the latest edition of their racewinning 29 inch hardtail design. Niner mountain bikes niner bikes for sale wrench science. We start with the best grades of raw carbon layered precisely according to the stress points on the frame structure. Then, we got some images and weights from pro bike supply with a fully stock build and their pro build, which dropped a full half pound.
Knowing that technologies and rider expectations have changed over the years, weve put a lot of time, energy and research into creating the most versatile and fun full suspension mountain bike money can buy. The new jet 9 rdo does that and more with every aspect of the bike optimized for xc domination, but not at the expense of its trailworthyness. Visually, niners topshelf twowheeler is all flash and splash. The frame holds calipers close with 160mm rotors, but will work with up to 180mm rear rotors. Niner takes things a step further by offering a wide selection of hardtail 29 mountain bikes. Nearly any drivetrain you can imagine is within reach, and boost hub spacing gives you freedom for all the wheel and tire options you could want. Weighing in at one pound more than the carbonframed jet 9 rdo. Niner jet 9 rdo 3star x1 2015 bible of bike tests duration. If you are going on vacation or live in the western florida area, mountain biking alafia river state park is a must.
The niner jet 9 rdos name lets on that its a racedayonly rig. But my country distributor just dont want do any responsibility on the frame, i just told by the distributor my frame is under attack. The rdo carbon frame is ready for the best parts you can hang on it. The niner jet 9 rdo is one of the most coveted full suspension race bikes on the market. Testing the 2018 niner jet 9 rdo 4 star in the swamp mtb. I purchased a jet 9 rdo at the end of 2012 and put it together. Get the best deals on niner carbon fiber bicycle frames when you shop the largest online selection at.
The carbon construction in the mainframe, rear triangle, and linkage saves precious weight, and the customtuned fox float rear shock keeps things smooth. Rdo carbon fiber keeps the platform light and stiff, full sleeve internal cable routing makes it easy to build, and boost hub spacing gives you freedom for all the wheel and tire options you could want. The original alloy jet 9 was admittedly flexy, but this ones more than adequate for modern trail riders. Niner mountainbike frame 29 27,5 plus fully jet 9 rdo.
Niner s jet 9 rdo frame is a lightweight, strong, and very capable fullsuspension xc frame. A brand that some of you may not be familiar with, niner. Perhaps niner is aware of a few ways the system can be improved. The new 2015 jet 9 rdo from niner has some small changes with the frame design but offers a big change in performance and build. The 20 jet 9 rdo mostly sees changes at the rear with a 12. The jet 9 lives up to niner s reputation of nimble wagon wheel machines by ensuring that trail aggression doesnt come at the cost of control.
Dec 26, 2012 niner was quick to respond, they decided it was best to warranty the entire frame and they offered me the option of upgrading for a small fee to the new rdo with rear thruaxle and carbon rocker arm. New 2020 niner rip 9 rdo frame all sizes and colors available. And every time you hop on your sir 9, that beautiful, heat treated, air hardened bike, we hope you have an adventure. Obviously i would have loved to upgrade, both to get the larger 142 rear ta but also to be to internally route my cables without problems, but to be fair niner is taking care of my problem. Our test bike is the 3star build with higherend fox factory suspension and. Riding a delaminated or cracked frame or component could lead to complete failure.
Decked out with 100mm travel frontandrear, the original rdo was a 23 lb. We tested the carbonfibre rdo version of niner s new jet 9 last year but you can get this full alloy bike for the price of just the rdo frame. Lets take a look at the specs from the xt loadout of this awesome bike. From the full suspension niner wfo with its burly 5. Build it your way with the rkt 9 rdo frame only option. Niner aimed to make a super fun trail bike, and with modern geometry numbers and several build kits to choose from, the jet delivers without forgetting its past as a great climber. Rkt 9 rdo carbon full suspension xc race bike niner bikes. But get it on the trail and the jet 9 rdo proves to be more boy scout than supermodel. Introducing the jet 9 rdo, niners first carbon full suspension frame. Testing the 2018 niner jet 9 rdo 4 star in the swamp mtb alifia river state park w mr tonka duration. The niner jet 9 rdo is a full carbon fiber full suspension bike from a company dedicated to only 29ers and with a long history of cutting edge ideas and.
Built with 150mm of remarkably versatile suspension on a lightweight frame, the rip gives you all the traction, control. Every angle, every tube, every single aspect of the frame is poured over with a fine tooth comb to make sure we were doing it the best possible way. Jun 05, 2017 fictional characters dont count, nor does anyone you just want to murder and bury in the woods. One of the most anticipated bikes from bike press camp has just been announced. But at a certain point, adding suspension will keep the rolling going when the stuff gets too big. It was just announced last week that the cva suspension is being reworked on the new jet and rip. Suitable for beginners, average riders, and pros anyone can have fun on them and improve their results.
Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 20 niner jet 9 rdo xt. The jet 9 features niner s patented constantly varying arc cva suspension design. Great bike however, the 1st frame cracked at 1800mi on the tt in front of the seatube. Description while the jet 9 rdo represents the zenith of niner s dedication to the noholdsbarred, fullsuspension xc race bike, the jet 9 carbon complete bicycle answers the call of competitive spirits without requiring a sponsorship bankroll. Climbing or descending, the geometry of the air 9 is tuned to for great handling and rider positioning. The air 9 rdo is intended for 80 to 100mm forks, allowing you to fine tune your ride. Niner jet 9 rdo an xc bike dressed up in trail accoutrements, this shorttravel 29er highlights the industry trend toward longer, more capable machines. Carbon fiber is common, but care, quality, and attention to detail are not. Get a bike committed to 29 inch wheels with niner mountain bikes.
I just had to warranty a cracked rear triangle on a niner rip 9 rdo, and it. Niner s new rip 9 rdo takes its place as the king of the mountain and niner s most capable trail bike. This is a hardtail with the soul of a hardcore trail bike and the performance of a lightweight xc racer. Since most of our broken spoke team got i9 wheels this summer, thought it. If your new niner is using one of the new large volume, negative air chamber shock from either fox or rockshox.
As a current owner of a jet 9 rdo 2015 model i can tell you that the niner frame is ridiculously stout and strong. We put it to the test to find out if it reaches what niner calls ultrarefined heights. Niner has redesigned both the jet 9 rdo and rip 9 rdo for 2016. The new 2015 jet 9 rdo from niner has some small changes with the frame. We offer a wide range of niner bikes for sale as well as our own jenson exclusive bikes. Mated to niner s sir 9 frame and fox 34 performance suspension, every feature of this adventures. Niner have recently announced a lifetime warranty on bike frames purchased. Niner mountain bike frame 29 27 5 plus fully jet 9 rdo carbon slate orange 2019 the jet 9 rdo is niners spearhead in the fullsuspension cross. So whether youre looking for a carbon gravel bike, a jet 9 rdo carbon bike, niner rip 9 rdo, or niner rlt 9 rdo, jenson usa has what youre looking for. Get the best deals on niner rdo when you shop the largest online selection at.
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